Classic loop – running to the Rhune from Olhette
Classic loop – running to the Rhune from Olhette
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Classic loop – running to the Rhune from Olhette
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10.9km
760m
Running
This pretty loop takes you to one of the emblematic peaks of the Basque Country: the Rhune. Its short ascent and its gentle and pleasant descent make it an ideal route for runners looking for elevation gain and panoramas.
The route begins in the car park located at the end of Chemin Xurien Borda, in the Olhette district towards Ascain opposite the Trabenia hotel.
You cross the barrier at its end to take the GR 10. This gradually climbs to the Col des Trois Fontaines which already offers interesting views of the Basque coast behind you.
From the pass, you leave the GR 10 and attack the last part of the climb to the summit. As you come out of the kindling, the trail rises at the cost of a few switchbacks and higher percentages.
The top of La Rhune offers a 360 degree view of the Basque Country. Your gaze is lost on the horizon of the Atlantic Ocean to the west and you can discern the peaks of the Pyrenees chain to the east.
The descent begins on a wide track that you leave at the foot of Zizkuitza to follow a small path that goes to the right. This path goes around the Larrun Txiki for a little less than two kilometers until you reach the venta Yasola, ideal for taking a short break.
After the venta, you continue the descent until you reach the GR 10 path which brings you back to your starting point and concludes this superb loop.
Last updated: June 6, 2024
Waypoints
Start point
1.29 km
View of the Rhune
Highlight • Summit
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3.23 km
Col des Trois Fontaines
Highlight • Mountain Pass
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4.88 km
La Rhune summit
Highlight • Summit
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8.21 km
Venta Yasola
Highlight • Restaurant
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10.9 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.48 km
2.58 km
1.76 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
5.96 km
1.84 km
1.42 km
1.11 km
577 m
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January 10, 2023
This pretty loop takes you to one of the emblematic peaks of the Basque Country: the Rhune. Its short ascent and its gentle and pleasant descent make it an ideal route for runners looking for elevation gain and panoramas.
The route begins in the car park located at the end of Chemin Xurien Borda, in the
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April 21, 2023
Very nice course. I enjoyed the steep paths away from the "highways" for tourists. Thank you Julian
Sarah an ex-trailer hiker @Julien Harté
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